Contentious Construction Solicitor

Leeds

Contentious Construction Solicitor | 1-5 PQE | national law firm | Leeds A leading national law firm is looking to recruit a Contentious Construction Solicitor (1-5 PQE) to join its well-established Leeds team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly regarded construction disputes practice, acting for a broad client base that includes developers, contractors, consultants and insurers. The team is known for handling high-value, complex matters while maintaining a genuinely supportive and collaborative culture. The Role You'll be involved in a wide range of contentious construction matters, including:

  • Adjudication, arbitration and litigation in the TCC
  • Disputes arising from JCT and NEC contracts
  • Professional negligence claims
  • Supporting senior lawyers on complex, high-value disputes while developing your own caseload
The work is varied, technically strong and offers real scope to build a long-term career in construction disputes. About You
  • Qualified solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE in contentious construction (or strong disputes experience with a construction focus)
  • Confident managing matters with appropriate supervision
  • Strong drafting and technical skills
  • Commercial, proactive and keen to develop within a national practice
Why Apply?
  • High-quality national work with a strong regional presence
  • Clear progression and development pathways
  • Hybrid and flexible working as standard
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Supportive, inclusive team culture with a genuine commitment to work-life balance
This role would suit a solicitor looking to step into a nationally recognised team while remaining firmly rooted in the Leeds market. If you'd like to discuss the opportunity in more detail or explore whether it's the right next move please contact Lauren Evans at BCL Legal.

Posted 2026-01-29

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